Vera went on to defeat Valentyna Ivanhnenko, 62 62, then after 10 years, get revenge on Yuliya Beygelzimer, defeating her 63 64, to reach the semis! This is Vera's first SF in over a year, and now will meet #1 Donna Vekic, for a spot in the final.

Now faces Eleni, who Vera's 3-1 against, including at the 50K Istanbul earlier this year. This is their first claycourt meeting, and Eleni's done nothing during the clay season. This is Vera's match to take.